Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner

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Rating

Poor / 4

Harsh

Really disappointed in how harsh this toner is on my skin. The Moisture Boost Cleanser is so gentle and I've come to dread using my toner to follow up on it because of the soft burn it puts on my face. The skin on my face is quite sensitive and everything else in the Moisture Boost set is perfect except for this toner.

Customer Service Response

Replied on: Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Thanks for your review! We're sorry this toner isn't working for you. Please stop using it and contact us at your convenience to discuss a refund or exchange. Our Skin Recovery or Resist Advanced Replenishing Toner will likely be better options for you.

—Admin

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Michelle B.

Reviewed on Sunday, February 22, 2015

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

Doesn't irrate my very sensitive skin

I have very sensitive skin and rosasea. This is one of my favorite PC products! The Recovery Toner really irritates my skin, but the Moisture Boost feels so good going on! Everybody's skin is different, so don't dismiss this without trying it because some reviewers have said that it stings... like it's a fact instead of simply how their skin responds to it.

Anastasiya A.

Reviewed on Sunday, February 01, 2015

80 out of 100

Rating

Good / 4

Beware of willow herb

More of a basic refreshing rather than moisturizing toner than others I've used (resist or skin recovery). It actually made my skin a little bit redder than usual and I experienced some stinging sensation. But I think I am a bit sensitive to willow herb extract in here (I had similar reaction when using other products with willow herb). Otherwise, it felt really nice and I liked the ingredient list a lot. I do not regret purchasing it, but in the future I will stick with Skin Recovery toner.

Beth K.

Reviewed on Friday, January 09, 2015

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

Wow!

Haven't used this for a while but the cold weather has been drying my skin. I've used this for the last 3 nights along with my regular evening routine and my skin isn't dry anymore and it's suddenly so smooth and soft! I don't know why I stopped using it, just laziness I guess. But as long as it continues to be cold, I will continue using it since the results are amazing! No stinging or sensitivity for me.

KATHRYN P.

Reviewed on Tuesday, January 06, 2015

40 out of 100

Rating

Poor / 4

Irritating

Agree with others who have said that this caused some stinging and irritation. I have sensitive skin, and this did not work for me at all. I seem to be having much better luck with samples of the Skin Recovery toner, so I think I will try that one instead. Hydralight has also worked pretty well for me in the past, but I think I need something more moisturizing in the winter.

Customer Service Response

Replied on: Tuesday, January 06, 2015

Hello, and thank you for your comments - we're sorry to hear this didn't work as expected for you! Please contact a member of our Customer Care team, who can help you with a possible exchange or refund.

—Paula's Choice Research Team

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Susan

Reviewed on Tuesday, December 09, 2014

20 out of 100

Rating

Worst / 4

Disappointed

I had high hopes for this toner after using the moisture boost hydrating treatment cream, but I was really disappointed because the toner left my face feeling tingly and warm. Paula is always stressing that tingles = irritation, so I was surprised to find that this product did exactly what was not good for the skin.

Customer Service Response

Replied on: Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Hello, and thank you for sharing your experience with us - we're sorry to hear this didn't work as expected for you! Please contact a member of our Customer Care team for information about a possible exchange or refund.

—Paula's Choice Research Team

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Rene'

Reviewed on Sunday, November 16, 2014

20 out of 100

Rating

Worst / 4

Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner

I really don't like this product. It stings like crazy!! I decided to try it instead of getting my usual Resist Replenishing Toner, which is really amazing! What a waste of money!

Customer Service Response

Replied on: Monday, November 17, 2014

Hello, and thanks for your comments - we're sorry to hear this didn't work as expected for you! Please contact a member of our Customer Care team for information about a possible exchange or refund.

—Paula's Choice Research Team

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HD

Reviewed on Wednesday, November 12, 2014

20 out of 100

Rating

Worst / 4

Cannot believe you still make this toner

In spite of the fact many customers have reviewed this toner to be mildly to moderately stinging, you still make it. I was told once you were going to reformulate it, but you have not. The toner leaves a sticky residue, and though it is not stinging the way a Clinique alcohol-laden toner is, it does have a light stinging and reddening effect until the skin calms down. I truly hope this toner is on the way out.

Customer Service Response

Replied on: Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Hi, and thanks for your comments - we're sorry to hear this didn't work for you! Please contact a member of our Customer Care team for information about a possible exchange or refund.

—Paula's Choice Research Team

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Amand

Reviewed on Tuesday, November 04, 2014

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

Why doesn't this have more stars?

No stinging here. Just the perfect toner for my insanely dry skin.

LISA R.

Reviewed on Wednesday, August 20, 2014

80 out of 100

Rating

Good / 4

I like this for my sensitive skin

This is a very nice, light toner for my sensitive skin, mature, combination skin. I like that it doesn't sting or make my skin feel tight.

Anonymous

Reviewed on Sunday, July 20, 2014

20 out of 100

Rating

Worst / 4

Sadly Irritating

I purchased this toner for myself and my mother hoping that it would work well on our dry, sensitive skin. Sadly this toner hasn't met my other experiences with Paula's Choice products, as it leaves my skin stinging and very sensitive to the products I use after toning.

Customer Service Response

Replied on: Tuesday, July 29, 2014

We're sorry this toner didn't work well for you. Please contact us to arrange for a return or exchange.

—Admin

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susanne r.

Reviewed on Saturday, July 19, 2014

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

Prefer this toner

I tried the earth source toner and found it to be too drying for me. I purchased this and I have been very very pleased. I haven't been a fan of toner before. I felt like it was too drying after washing my face. However, this toner seems to give my skin an extra boost of moisure. I am not as attached to it as I am the serums but I will continue buying it because it does seem to remove the last traces of my makeup.

William E

Reviewed on Friday, May 09, 2014

60 out of 100

Rating

Neutral / 4

Yes, it does sting a bit

Generally love Paula's Choice products, but this one I would not recommend. I'm not sure what ingredient it is, but there is some stinging that occurs when I use this product that doesn't happen with her other toners. It certainly works in terms of gently moisturizing, but I'd recommend selecting one of the other toners available here due to the mild irritation I've experienced.

Caitlin A.

Reviewed on Tuesday, April 15, 2014

80 out of 100

Rating

Good / 4

Good toner, but causes stinging

I have been using this toner for a few months after a recommendation and it is very hydrating and has helped my skin. I find though it causes some irritation and stinging around my jawline which tends to have sensitive skin, a problem I haven't had with other toners of Paula's.

Shirley A.

Reviewed on Friday, February 28, 2014

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

Good toner

I no longer use the rest of the MB line, as I switched to the RESIST line, which works better for my combination skin. However, I have stuck with this toner. It's great for those prone to dryness, and it's very gentle on skin.

Sarah D.

Reviewed on Tuesday, February 18, 2014

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

Excellent

I have been using this for years, and I can't imagine my skin without it. I have combination skin and used to have issues with flaky-yet-also-oily areas and Paula's toners fixed it. I use this one in the winter when my skin is extra dry.

Jasmine

Reviewed on Thursday, January 23, 2014

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

no burning and no breakouts

I just want to say that I have sensitive skin, and this toner did not sting or burn at all, like it did for some other reviewers. I love this toner. I have breakout prone skin, combination, sensitive, and dehydrated in the winter. My main concern is to always prevent breakouts. I use the BHA every morning. Started washing with Moisture Boost cleanser and just added this toner every night, and no breakouts at all and no dryness. Smooth skin, all makeup and cleanser gone after one cotton round.

Kim W

Reviewed on Wednesday, January 08, 2014

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

Great for my acne rosacea!!!

I have struggled with rosacea for a few years. I have been using Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Toner on some parts of my face that are red and scaly. I just recently discovered the ''Moisture Boost Toner '' and tried that on my chin where I suffer from acne rosacea. It cleared it up pretty nicely and I continue to use it morning and night to keep it under control. As soon as I apply it, I can feel it working. It's the only thing that works for me! Please don't ever discontinue it!

Anna P.

Reviewed on Friday, November 22, 2013

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

36 year old with combination skin

I LOVE P.C.! I have to use prescription Retin A to keep my acne controlled. I can't use lotions or creams to moisturize because they cause me to break out. This toner is so light, but very moisturizing. I start with PC Clear cleanser, and then I use this toner on my cheeks and forehead and PC pore reducing toner on my T zone. Then I use 2% BHA liquid exfoliator all over my face. Once a week I use the 10% BHA exfoliant. I have been using PC for about 2 years now, and I love this too!

nikki m.

Reviewed on Tuesday, November 12, 2013

40 out of 100

Rating

Poor / 4

Ouch

Well. I already talked to customer service. and i think its time for my first review to the website. This burned my skin and made it uber red it burned for several hours and it created a bad chain reaction when i applied my other topical stuff. Its like this stuff got into a fight with my skin like hey im going to create a cyst because im irritated then the moisture boost cream stuff and benzoyl peroxide were like nuh uh sista but in the end my cyst was stopped in its tracks. I dont like this

Kaysha

Reviewed on Saturday, October 26, 2013

40 out of 100

Rating

Poor / 4

Irritating

This product is really nice, but my skin is too sensitive for it. The first time I used it it burned all over my face and my skin turned bright red. The irritation lasted for several hours. Sometimes things irritate my skin the first time I use them, so I used it about 3 more times, and then decided that I would return this product. I am going to try the skin recovery toner instead, which is supposed to be good for rosacea prone skin.

Rating

Best / 4

Love this product!

I was so hesitant to try this as I had been using the Skin Balancing and Hydralight. I love this for fall! I am using the entire Moisture Boost line for day and some Resist at night. This toner is soothing and hydrating!

Jenn H.

Reviewed on Wednesday, October 09, 2013

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

AMAZING!

I have combination, easily congestive skin, so this product is PERFECT to add a light-as-water-moisturizing feel to my skin! I absolutely LOVE it! Thank U PC!

Nancy

Reviewed on Sunday, September 15, 2013

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

Incredible

I never used toners because they are all so drying and I never thought a toner could be so gentle and non irritating. It feels so good on my skin. I use it all the time. I love it. I highly recommend it.

Cristina Z.

Reviewed on Sunday, September 15, 2013

100 out of 100

Rating

Best / 4

I like it!

I like this toner very much. It doesn't dry and the skin looks realy good after using it. I feel a little burning after applying it, but it is usualy if I apply near sensible areas (eyes), but passes after a few seconds.
I would try the Skin recovery toner also, just to compare. This a very good toner.

What makes this product unique? Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner takes the concept of toner to a whole new skin-beneficial level. When used after cleansing it helps skin restore and repair itself. It works immediately to soothe and supply skin with a wide complement of antioxidants and skin-identical ingredients it needs to look and feel its young, healthy best. Of course, Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner removes last traces of makeup as most toners do, but unlike toners most other cosmetic companies sell, this alcohol-free formula reduces inflammation and helps reinforce a healthy barrier function. From the first use skin is beautifully soft and refined.

This toner is 100% fragrance- and colorant free.

Who is this product for? This product has been specially formulated for normal to dry skin.

Sources to support the claims made for Moisture Boost ESSENTIAL Hydrating Toner

DIRECTIONS: After cleansing, apply toner to a cotton pad and gently stroke over face and neck. Do not rinse. Follow with the rest of your morning or evening skincare routine. For daytime, finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 25 or greater.

Paula has always recommended toners that are well-formulated. Toners can be a great after-cleansing step to be sure you’ve removed all of your makeup. When properly formulated, they soothe skin and add hydrating ingredients to make skin softer, not to mention they’re another leave-on source for antioxidants and other ingredients that improve skin’s healthy functioning.

All of our toners restore skin, help remove last traces of makeup, are alcohol- and fragrance-free, and contain no unnecessary irritants such as menthol, peppermint, and citrus oils. They are great as an adjunct to a more thorough cleansing routine, especially post-workout or in hot/humid climates. Even more significantly, they go beyond the basics by offering skin benefits you can see and feel.

Resist Advanced Replenishing Toner is a specialized formula designed to supply normal to dry aging skin with a broad range of ingredients it needs to produce healthy collagen while reducing wrinkles. It is a super-charged version of our popular Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner, with a specific emphasis on improving the signs of aging skin.

Resist Weightless Advanced Repairing Toner is a specialized formula designed to supply normal to oily or breakout-prone aging skin with a broad range of targeted ingredients to help improve signs of aging plus reduce enlarged pores and reduce dry, flaky, uneven skin texture. It is ideal for those struggling with oily skin, wrinkles, and large pores.

Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner for normal to very dry skin is an excellent choice for those who need more help protecting their skin from environmental damage or dryness. Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner has a richer texture than any of our other toners and contains more plant oils and other emollients than our Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner. This is a great option for dry to very dry skin, extremely sun damaged skin, or those dealing with eczema or rosacea accompanied by dry skin.

Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner contains ingredients that help soothe and restore normal to dry skin, plus it includes a greater amount of glycerin, a key ingredient to make dry skin look and feel better. It also contains a broad range of ingredients that aid the barrier repair process so those with dry skin (or normal skin with occasional dry patches) will receive even more benefit from their Paula’s Choice moisturizer and/or specialty product. Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner feels lighter than our Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner, yet still provides an array of antioxidants, anti-irritants, and skin-protecting ingredients. To get the benefits of both toners for normal to dry skin, you can use Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner in the morning and Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner in the evening.

Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner for normal to oily/combination skin is excellent for protecting skin from environmental damage or dryness. In addition, its cell-communicating ingredients can, in theory, help balance skin so its oily areas do not worsen or lead to reddened or blemished skin. Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner uses a more complex formulation than our Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner, and helps restore normal cell function.

Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner is an excellent choice for normal to oily/combination skin. It provides a weightless finish, and although it feels very light, it supplies skin with potent antioxidants and anti-irritants. Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner is a great option for those who want more protection and a soothing, soft, feeling on their skin, particularly those with sensitive skin. To get the benefits of both toners for normal to oily/combination skin, you may want use Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner in the morning and Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner in the evening.

Earth Sourced Purely Natural Refreshing Toner is for all skin types. It has a distinctive, liquid-gel formula bursting with antioxidants proven to repair skin and stimulate collagen production. The formula uses proprietary technology that truly captures the best of nature and modern science.